Japata - Kodala, Ganjam
Japata is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Kalimaghi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Japata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Japata is 411700. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 761032 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Japata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Japata
As per Census 2011, Japata village has a total population of 392 people, consisting of 208 males and 184 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 174 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Japata are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 392 | 208 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 389 | 206 | 183 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 218 | 145 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 63 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Japata
Japata is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Japata
Japata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Japata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kodala to Japata is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Japata is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Japata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Japata village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Japata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Japata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Japata
Where is Japata located?
Japata village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Japata?
The Gram Panchayat of Japata is Kalimaghi.
What is the pincode of Japata?
The pincode of Japata is 761032.
What is the population of Japata?
Japata has a total population of 392, including 208 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Japata?
There are 94 households in Japata.
What is the literacy rate in Japata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Japata is 55.61%. Male literacy is 69.71% and female literacy is 39.67%.